Canadian Forklift Distributors Limited launched a new division, Starke Material Handling Group. The Starke Line features the Starke Professional and Elite internal combustion forklift Series’, the Starke Energy Series lineup of AC electric forklifts, the Starke LiftMaxx line of industrial, narrow isle, manual and electric pallet trucks and walkie straddle stackers.

The Heli Forklift line will remain a dependable, but economical option for its market, while the Starke Professional will offer improved sightlines and ergonomics and a more maintenance-free design, moving up to the Elite, which has a very attractive/modern design, excellent sightlines, operator comfort, driven by the standard anti-vibration/anti-shock cab design with full suspension seat option. All models feature Nissan, GM, Kubota, Cummins, Perkins, Cascade, and many more brand name components.